Brazil were eliminated from the World Cup by Norway in the Round of 16. Norway won 2-1 at MetLife Stadium. Erling Haaland scored a brace in the closing stages to send Norway through to the quarter-finals for the first time.
Neymar Jr scored a consolation penalty for Brazil in the final seconds. Before taking the penalty, he taunted the Norwegian goalkeeper. This drew criticism from fans online, who called his behaviour “disgraceful” given Brazil were losing 2-0.
After the final whistle, Neymar Jr was inconsolable and seen crying on the field. It was a disappointing tournament for the 34-year-old, who had been recovering from a knee injury. He barely featured and was a non-factor when called upon. The defeat extended Brazil’s World Cup title drought, which dates back to 2002.
Neymar drew criticism from fans for his behaviour. After scoring the penalty, he taunted Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland. Fans online called his actions “disgraceful” since Brazil were losing 2-0. One user wrote: “Why is Neymar talking trash down 2-0? Disgraceful.” Another said: “Bro is always emotional and crying, and when his team needs him, he’s always injured.”
After the final whistle, Neymar Jr was seen crying on the field. The defeat extended Brazil’s World Cup title drought, which dates back to 2002. Neymar had been recovering from a knee injury before the tournament and barely featured. One fan said Ancelotti should have chosen a younger, faster player instead of an “old Neymar.”
Norway had an early goal ruled out for offside. Brazil had a chance to take the lead when Bruno Guimarães missed a penalty. Norway then made them pay through Haaland’s goals. Gary Neville praised Haaland’s performance and suggested he had “spooked” Gabriel Magalhães in the build-up to the first goal. Norway will now face the winner of England vs Mexico in the quarter-finals.
Norway will now face the winner of England in the quarter-finals.
FAQs
Q. Who knocked Brazil out of the World Cup?
A. Norway eliminated Brazil with a 2-1 win.
Q. Who scored Norway’s two goals?
A. Erling Haaland scored both goals.
Q. How did Neymar score for Brazil?
A. Neymar Jr scored a late penalty.
Q. Why was Neymar criticized by fans?
A. Neymar taunted the Norway goalkeeper after scoring.
Q. How did Neymar react after the match?
A. Neymar Jr was seen crying on the field.
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